Description
Crock Pot Chicken Tacos recipe features tender, slow-cooked chicken seasoned with taco spices and simmered in your favorite salsa. Served with tortillas or taco shells and customizable toppings like cheese, lettuce, avocado, and sour cream for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
-1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
-1 (1.25-ounce) packet low-sodium taco seasoning (see note)
-1 (16-ounce) jar of your favorite salsa
-Ideas for serving: tortillas or taco shells and your choice of optional toppings such as shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, shredded cheese, black beans, corn, chopped avocados or guacamole, reduced-fat sour cream, and hot sauce.
Instructions
Place the chicken in the bottom of your slow cooker. Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the chicken, then pour the salsa on top. I always make sure the chicken is fully coated so every bite is flavorful.
Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours. The house fills with the most comforting, savory aroma that makes it almost impossible to wait.
Just before serving, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Stir everything together so the salsa is evenly distributed. This step is my favorite because it’s so satisfying to see the chicken become tender, juicy strands.
Serve immediately with tortillas or taco shells, and let everyone top their tacos with their favorite toppings. Watching everyone customize their own taco is half the fun of this me
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Crock Pot
- Cuisine: American